Chamonix and Mont-Blanc Independent Day Trip from Geneva
Overview
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On this independent tour from Geneva, cross the Switzerland-France border and visit one of the most famous villages in the French Alps, Chamonix, at the foot of towering Mont Blanc: highest mountain of Europe.
Enjoy a scenic coach drive through the Arve Valley to the picturesque Alpine village of Chamonix, where you’re free to explore at your leisure.
Spend the time in the village or pick different options such as the cable car and the mountain train
Ride up the cable car and discover a spectacular panoramic view of the Chamonix Valley and the French, Swiss and Italian Alps at 3842m !
Board the charming red cog railway up to Montenvers, you’ll enjoy fabulous views of Mer de Glace. This magnificent glacier is 4 miles (7km) long and averages just under a mile wide.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that this tour will not be accompanied by a guide, only a local assistant im the village
Please dress appropriately for a day in the mountains; even if it is warm and sunny in Geneva, it can be cold and wet in Chamonix or at the top of the Aiguille du Midi and on the Mer de Glace
The operation of the Aiguille du Midi cable car and Mer de Glace train are both subject to local weather conditions on the day
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel, as you will be traveling from Geneva (Switzerland) to Chamonix (France)
If an activity is close for maintenance or weather conditions, you will be ofered alternatives but no refund
baby until 4 are not allowed to go up on the cable car
There is different returns such as 12h30, 17h15 or 18h30 depending on availbility
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Magnificient views on the Alps mountains
Skip the line ticket
Air-conditioned vehicle
Aiguille du Midi cable car ride (if option selected)
Mer de Glace train ride (if option selected)
Independant tour - Self guided
Visit the charming village of the Chamonix Mont Blanc village
Food and beverage
Guide
What To Expect
Board your bus for a scenic 90 minutes drive on the white highway
Aiguille du Midi
Enjoy an incredible cable car ride to the Aiguille du midi or the Brévent
Options
Cable Car
(KTG122) - Trip with Cable Car: Round-trip coach transport from Geneva, including Aiguille du Midi cable car ride. Trip lasts 6 hours.
Cable Car and Train
(KTG124) - Cable Car & Train : Round-trip coach transport from Geneva, including Aiguille du Midi cable car ride and Mer de Glace train ride. Trip lasts 10 hours.
Trip Only
Duration: 6 hours: The trip can last 6 hours
(KTG121) - Trip Only: Round-trip coach transport from Geneva, with free time in Chamonix. Trip has flexible hours and depends on availibility.
Reviews
214 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unbeatable views, crowded on fair days.
Valerie H,
Aug 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00While adding all the excursions makes for a long day, we had zero downtime to sit and eat a meal and only a few minutes to shop. The heights and the sights were amazing and worth it, but traffic took the bus longer to arrive and we missed our first timed ticket ascent. Busy day made lines at every sight.
The bus left us stranded...
Michael G,
Jun 9, 2025
- Viator
3.00The bus left us stranded in Chamonix. We found another way back, fortunately. But it was a lot of stress, made us miss other plans that evening, and of course came at an extra expense.
Just a ride-rude driver
Colbie B,
Dec 8, 2024
- Viator
2.00This is just a bus ride on a greyhound style bus round trip from Geneva. Nothing else. The bus driver on the way back was also very rude & misleading. We had a 5:15 pm wristband home (what they gave us via viator booking in the tour office) & he directed us the bus was only going to the airport after waiting outside, so led us to another bus, then we couldn’t get on that bus, so we went back to him per the other bus driver & he said it was going to Geneva city center (no longer the airport) but wasn’t sure we would fit. He let in other people with a different style ticket first… it was a mess! Find a different way to see Chamonix!
Trip to Chamonix
Vidiya R,
Nov 30, 2024
- Viator
5.00We took a day coach trip from Geneva to Chamonix and back. The coach was comfortable, but we had a bad day because of the weather, and we didn't see Mont Blanc. However, we made the best of it. I lost my purse on the bus but thankfully the cleaning staff found it and we were able to collect it from the office in Geneva the next day. We are very grateful to the people who found it and handed it over.
Beautiful Views and Easy Transport
Caitlyn M,
Nov 30, 2024
- Viator
5.00Beautiful drive and beautiful town with incredible views! We only paid for transport to Chamonix and back, and I would say it was well worth it. There is 1 main street with shops, food, coffee that took us 2-3 hours to explore and eat. It’s a ski-town, so a lot of things (including all excursions) were closed until ski season starts in December, but spending a couple hours there was incredible!
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